Valerie DeLaCruz

I love the antiqued silver finish that Pottery Barn is using for this year’s holiday motif. Resembling antique mercury glass, these pieces will add a touch of sparkle to your decor. On vases, candle holders and even lamps, this is a subtle way to add elegance. And how about these tiny silver beaded birch log […]
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Hanukkah begins at sunset on Saturday, December 8 this year and ends at nightfall on Monday, December 17, when three stars are in the sky. It is the eight day festival of light that begins on the eve of the 25th of the Jewish month of Kislev and celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, […]
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Looking to set up a festive bar area for your holiday get-togethers? Pottery Barn has a great selection of beautiful barware pieces and glassware. If red is not your thing, or you want a color that will last all year, check out this lovely amber: And lots of ways to accent the bar experience, from […]
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An easy way to change your decor and to inspire a new color scheme is to change your bedding. At JC Penney, there are some great ensembles of bedding that are warm and cozy and can add an upscale touch. This ikat-influenced design would start a lovely grey-blue scheme with white trim, and add your […]
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At JC Penney, they have the full line of that colorful classic, Fiesta kitchen ware. Fiesta® Dinnerware was designed by Frederick Hurten Rhead in 1936 and is now among the most collected china products in the world. As originally designed, the line featured art deco styling and bold, bright colors. The product was discontinued in […]
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At Kirkland’s Home Decor in Crossgates Mall, you can always find a beautiful accent for decorating. I love these groupings of three varying height candle holders in warm amber tones with chocolate stems: Or deep crimson: They have several combination accents to instantly create a setting on a foyer table or fireplace mantle:
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Over at Williams and Sonoma they not only have the Thanksgiving themed tableware I was searching for this week, but lots of great pottery classics. From turkey platters to fall dishware, the russet and gold colors are warm and beautiful: And if you really need a turkey item, these salt and pepper shakers are a […]
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At Pottery Barn, they know how to set up a beautiful tableau for entertaining. And if you want a turkey motif, their large antiqued white ceramic ones are magnificent: You can use turkey motif individual tureens for the first course or for relishes:
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